They won’t Van Gogh me
They hardly know me, might have seen me
Outside like socially
My words come out clumsy, make me sound bummy
Thoughts be like poetry
And when it comes down to it
Separates me from phonies
Sometimes it’s lonely
Ha-ha
The Psilocybin is hitting, welcome back my nigga
Just a gentle reminder, don’t no one love you but you’re momma
Nor should they
It’s beautiful. Just don’t stop being you
It’s imperative that you remember this
Used to be ugly
Now I’m a handsome Charlie Manson
Wrapped in a snuggie
Sometimes I’m funny
But if you study
The rhymes that I dictate in time
You’ll all grow to love me
Then we’ll be buddies
And furthermore
I would argue that the more they tell you that they hate you the more they actually love you
The more real estate you occupy within their mind
I know it’s confusing, and contradictory
But all things are
It’s kind of just life, you know, in its essence
They tryna tell me I’m scaring the whores—What!?
Unraveling Artistic Isolation and Self-Discovery
“Vince Van Gogh” by Caesar and Daniel dives deep into the experience of feeling misunderstood and isolated, much like the artist the song references. The lyrics capture the vulnerability of exposing oneself creatively, expressing the struggle to connect socially and the awkwardness that can come with it. There’s a sense of resilience in the face of external judgment, as the verses highlight the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself, even when feeling like an outsider. The song also explores the complicated relationship between love, hate, and attention, suggesting that criticism often masks fascination or admiration. Through clever wordplay and introspection, Caesar and Daniel invite listeners to embrace their uniqueness, no matter how unconventional it may seem.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Caesar, Daniel